Well Malcom, world weary or not..you have managed by your post to me under The Riddle song...to chase me right off Mudcat. There are enough hostile places in this world to be told one is an idiot just because others feel a perverse need to beat you down - I didn't think Mudcat was one of them. However, I can understand better now some of the surprised reactions I had gotten form other Folkies when I told them I had joined up at Mudcat and was thoroughly enjoying myself. I'm not enjoying myself now. Happy? Has your purpose for living been reaffirmed? Does it make you feel superior somehow to bash someone for asking a question? Excuse me for not searching the EXACT phrase that would bring up an archived thread.

I've had enough.

It's a shame because I was meeting some nice people. The bullies are too willing to stomp all over a newbie. Its as if you feel this is some kind of Street Gang and that anyone wishing entrance deserves a "Jump -in."

If you don't know what that is Malcom....consult your academic sources.

I will send my Secret Santa gifts, but I'm outta here.